The Historic Center of San Salvador is set to welcome a delegation of 24 municipal officials from 20 Latin American cities next week. The visit aims to provide insights into the city’s ongoing efforts in the recovery and revitalization of public spaces, according to Manuel Rodríguez Joachín, manager of cooperation and international relations at the San Salvador Centro mayor’s office.

“Next week, we will receive 24 municipal representatives from 20 cities in Latin America who will have the opportunity to learn about the process of recovery and revitalization of the Historic Center,” Rodríguez Joachín announced.

As part of their visit, the delegation will explore various restored sites, including Cuscatlán Park and the Los Ilustres cemetery, along with key areas of the revitalized Historic Center. The officials will gain firsthand experience of San Salvador’s urban renewal strategies and how they have transformed the capital’s core.

Additionally, the officials will hold one of their two annual meetings as directors of international relations and coordinators of the Union of Ibero-American Capital Cities (UCCI). This marks the first time the meeting will take place outside of Madrid, Spain.

“The decision to hold the meeting was made due to the new security environment that is now experienced in El Salvador, thanks to the strategies promoted by President Nayib Bukele,” said Rodríguez Joachín. He added that UCCI’s choice to convene in San Salvador reflects the growing international interest in the country’s advancements in public security.

Mario Durán, mayor of San Salvador Centro, was appointed co-president of the UCCI at the end of last year, following the First Meeting of Ibero-American Cities in Madrid. His leadership will play a key role in fostering dialogue and collaboration among Latin American cities on urban recovery and security policies.